Travel Quips Podcast: Recent Episodes
Reyna Simone: Travel Advice Expert Extraordinaire
The Travel Quips Podcast is the podcast for travel trends, tips, etiquette and advice. From dissecting the latest travel news stories to answering listener questions, Reyna Simone is here to help.
In a change of pace, Reyna Simone shares a little bit of her “why.” Why she travels, why she podcasts, and why she’s so dedicated to helping others eliminate barriers to travel.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Bankrate recently released a report that the average vacation costs close to $2,000. But don’t let the dollar sign keep you from traveling. Reyna Simone counts anything as a vacation that allows you to recharge and reset. There are some great affordable summer options even if you can’t afford a plane ticket. We’ll talk about some of those things in this episode!
SHOW RESOURCES
Free Museum Day 2019
Under Canvass and the application to apply for the Glamping “Pay What You Can” vacation opportunity.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Reyna Simone: Travel Advice & Travel Tip Expert Extraordinaire
Reyna Simone is still transitioning and getting settled in with her new job and travel schedule—so we’re continuing with our Travel Goods Show interviews!
Most of you know that Reyna is a germaphobe. From wiping down airplane surfaces to using plastic covers on remote controls, she can be a little… excessive… in her quest to fight travel germs. Which is why she was happy to chat with the CEO of Plane It Safe LLC, Peter Cook.
How you can find Plane It Safe
Website: www.planeitsafe.com
Instagram: @planeitsafe
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkiJXlB1AnU&app=desktop
Link to Reyna Simone's IG pic of Plane It Safe
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Continuing with the theme of awesome products at the Travel Goods Show, this week we feature the Chargetab™. The Chargetab™ is an environmentally friendly emergency phone charger that ensures “instant power at any hour.” Check out our interview with the Chargetab™ creator, Mark Lieblein!
This was, hands down, the product Reyna Simone relied on the most while at the Travel Goods Show!
How you can find the chargetab™
Website: www.chargetab.com
Instagram: @chargetab
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chargetabs/
Reyna Simone’s IG Pic of the Chargetab™
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
During the last week in March, Reyna Simone traveled to Vegas for the Travel Goods Show. The Travel Goods Show features the newest and most innovative products coming to the Travel Market. For the next few weeks, Reyna Simone will highlight some of her favorite products from the show. First up: The Airhook 2.0.
This is a functional gadget that you definitely want to take with you on your next trip! This episode features an interview with the creator of the Airhook 2.0, Craig Rabin.
How you can find The Airhook 2.0:
Website: https://theairhook.com/
Instagram: @theairhookflys
Twitter: @theairhook
Reyna Simone's IG Pic of the Airhook 2.0
Information about the 2019 Travel Goods Show: https://www.thetravelgoodsshow.org/
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we give the latest updates on the Boeing 737 Max 8 drama and discuss the untimely demise of two promising low cost airline carriers: WOW and Joon Airlines.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone discusses three alternatives to staying in traditional hotels—especially for short trips, budget conscious trips, or layovers: hostels, airport nap pods, and overnight trains and busses.
EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Travel Quips Blog Post: Should I Hostel?
Travel Quips Blog Post: Hosteling Expectations
Izzzleep Mexico City Airport Sleep Pods: http://www.izzzleep.com/
Reyna's Pictures from her night at Izzzleep!
If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or have friends who do), please nominate Travel Quips for the Best Local Podcast! Here’s how to do it:
1). Go to: https://indyweek.com/indy-weeks-best-of-the-triangle/2019-best-of-the-triangle-ballot/#//
2). Click on the “Out and About” section.
3). Find the category “Best Local Podcast.” If you are on a laptop, you should be able to see a list of categories on the left side of your screen.
4). Click the word “Nominate” beside Travel Quips. The top nominees will go on to the final round in April!
5). Please spread the word!
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
This has been an insanely busy travel news week with all of the drama surrounding the Boeing 737 Max 8 airplanes. In this week of the Travel Quips Podcast, we recap what the issues were all about and the aftermath. The news on this is changing almost daily—but here’s the latest!
EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Websites you can use to determine what type of airplane you are flying on:
https://seatguru.com & https://www.flightstats.com/v2/
If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or have friends who do), please nominate Travel Quips for the Best Local Podcast! Here’s how to do it:
1). Go to: https://indyweek.com/indy-weeks-best-of-the-triangle/2019-best-of-the-triangle-ballot/#//
2). Click on the “Out and About” section.
3). Find the category “Best Local Podcast.” If you are on a laptop, you should be able to see a list of categories on the left side of your screen.
4). Click the word “Nominate” beside Travel Quips. The top nominees will go on to the final round in April!
5). Please spread the word!
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
This week, we celebrate pioneers in Black Travel History. Our celebration discusses The Green Book (the Oscar winning movie vs. the documentary of a similar name vs. the ACTUAL Green Book that both the movie and documentary reference); the inventor of the yellow light; and the explorer that inspires Reyna the most!
EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES:
The story behind the ACTUAL Green Book: How the Green Book Helped African-American Tourists Navigate a Segregated Nation
Reyna’s Travel Inspiration: Barbara Hillary
If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area (or have friends who do), please nominate Travel Quips for the Best Local Podcast! Here’s how to do it:
1). Go to: https://indyweek.com/indy-weeks-best-of-the-triangle/2019-best-of-the-triangle-ballot/#//
2). Click on the “Out and About” section.
3). Find the category “Best Local Podcast.” If you are on a laptop, you should be able to see a list of categories on the left side of your screen.
4). Click the word “Nominate” beside Travel Quips. The top nominees will go on to the final round in April!
5). Please spread the word!
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Reyna gives a recap of NBA All-Star weekend and discusses the “operational emergency” Southwest Airlines experienced this week. During the Reminiscing with Reyna segment, she discusses some of her experiences traveling in China by herself as a black woman.
EPISODE LINKS AND RESOURCES:
The article that frustrated me this week: The untold truth of being Black and studying abroad
If you live in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area, please nominate Travel Quips for Indy Week's Best Local Podcast! Here’s how to do it:
1). Go to: https://indyweek.com/indy-weeks-best-of-the-triangle/2019-best-of-the-triangle-ballot/#//
2). Click on the “Out and About” section.
3). Find the category “Best Local Podcast.” If you are on a laptop, you should be able to see a list of categories on the left side of your screen.
4). Click the word “Nominate” beside Travel Quips. The top nominees will go on to the final round in April!
5). Please spread the word!
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
********Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In the vane of Valentine's Day, we chat about the REAL things you need to consider before traveling with that special someone. And Reyna shares one of her most...interesting travel boo stories.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Tis the season for large sporting events--Super Bowl was last weekend and NBA All-Star Weekend is coming up. It's estimated that upwards of 1 MILLION people traveled to Atlanta for Super Bowl weekend...what on earth were all of those folks doing? This week, Reyna Simone gives her suggestions on what to do when you don't have tickets to the game.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
During this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we discuss the 35 day government shutdown and its impact on the travel industry.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
On August 22, 2018, Michael Lythcott posted a message on Facebook: "Help. In Danger. Call Police." After an earthquake hit Bali, Michael and his friend Stacey found themselves injured, isolated, and in need of help. Within moments of posting the message, Michael's world-wide network of friends sprung into action. In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Michael tells us about his amazing survival story and what he learned from his experiences.
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep yourself safe while traveling, this episode is for you. In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, we chat with Kimberlee Roberts, the President and CEO of Roberts Corporate Counterintelligence Associates LLC (RC2A), a company that specializes in safety and security issues. Kimberlee discusses why she created a travel safety and security course, the number one mistake travelers make that may compromise their safety, and tips on things to do (and not do) while on vacation!
SHOW RESOURCES
You can learn more about Kimberlee and RC2A by visiting her website: www.RC2A.us and feel free to email her at contact@rc2a.us. You can also connect with her on social media.
IG & Facebook: @KimberleeRoberts.TravelSafety
Twitter: @RC2ATrvlSafety
CONNECT WITH REYNA SIMONE!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this mini-episode, Reyna Simone discusses travel resolutions and answers questions about the best time to book travel and US travel destinations that shouldn't be missed.
CONNECT WITH ME!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
This short travel tech episode discusses apps that may be helpful during the holiday season: Hipmonk and Roadtrippers. Reyna Simone also discusses RFID protectors--there are some inexpensive ones you can buy for under $5!
CONNECT WITH ME!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
The 2018 holiday season is expected to be the busiest travel season on record! Pack your snacks and your patience! This week, Reyna Simone shares some of the staggering travel statistics, the 2018 TSA Airport of the Year, and new TSA technology. She quips about one of her airline passenger annoyances and answers a question on tips for traveling if you are disabled.
CONNECT WITH ME!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Many travel publications are sharing their predictions for the best places to travel in 2019. In this episode, we’ll discuss several of these lists—and Reyna Simone will share her own list of top travel locations for 2019.
AirBnB 2019 Travel List
Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2019
Travel & Leisure 50 Best Places to Travel in 2019
US News & World Report Best Places to Visit
CONNECT WITH ME!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!) https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters.
https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
It’s holiday season and time to think about those holiday gifts! Reyna shares a few (affordable) ideas for what to give your loved ones!
Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts
Amazon Prime
Waypoint Goods Travel Scarf
Xenovo Pro Lense Kit
CONNECT WITH ME!
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
This week’s episode discusses the controversy surrounding the death of 26-year-old traveler John Allen Chau. Chau was killed in November 2018 after attempting to make contact with the North Sentinel tribe—a tribe that has rejected contact with the outside world for thousands of years. Some call him a martyr…others call him an arrogant traveler...what do you think?
SHOW RESOURCES
Article highlighting the 11 times the outside world tried to make contact with the tribe on North Sentinel Island: https://www.thisisinsider.com/sentinelese-tribe-contact-world-2018-11#in-1867-an-indian-merchant-ship-crashed-near-the-island-1
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Happy Thanksgiving! As we head into the busy holiday season, this episode focuses the passenger bill of rights for for airline, railway and cruise line travel. Reyna Simone chats about some of the things she is most grateful for and discusses one of her Thanksgiving travel #fails.
SHOW RESOURCES
Here is a really cool wallet card created by the Smarter Travel Blog containing the airline passenger bill of rights: https://adobeindd.com/view/publications/6e1c0c8d-cccd-426b-ab77-53fa5e6e0de8/1/publication-web-resources/pdf/Fold_Up_Card_Template.pdf
Throwback Thursday Blog Post: My 2014 Thanksgiving Fail https://travelquips.com/how-the-inca-trail-kicked-my-butt-how-i-got-the-best-pictures-of-machu-picchu/
But the silver lining: Awesome shots of Machu Picchu!
https://travelquips.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/4.jpg
https://travelquips.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/2.jpg
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!) https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Okay so election season is (almost) over and we’re back to our regular weekly episodes. Thanks for sticking with me during this hectic time! As they say—crap happens. Which unfortunately is so relevant to this episode. Did you hear about this craziness?!?!?! Delta Airlines is under fire because they forced a guy to sit in dog poop for two hours! Reyna Simone talks about this and goes into how it’s important to do what you need to do to feel safe while traveling.
OTHER RESOURCES: WILDFIRE RELIEF
The California Wildfires have claimed over 40 lives and left thousands of people homeless leading up to the holidays. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here is a great article from the San Diego Times Listing several ways you can help. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/opinion/the-conversation/sd-how-to-help-california-wildfire-victims-woolsey-camp-fire-20181112-htmlstory.html
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters. They've already served over 50,000 meals to those impacted by the California fires!
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
We’re back!! Life happened last week, but Reyna Simone is back just in time to tell you about the future of security with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The agency plans to use biometrics—such as fingerprinting and facial recognition scanning to enhance security measures. Reyna Simone discusses the program, provides tips for traveling with electronics and quips about whether the future of TSA security/government access to your biometric/DNA information is too much.
SHOW RESOURCES
TSA Biometrics Roadmap: https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/tsa_biometrics_roadmap.pdf
OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE FLORENCE RELIEF
Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the weeks after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Sometimes life happens--and this mini-episode is a testament to that. This week, Reyna discusses how to prepare for travel, when you haven't had time to prepare.
OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE RELIEF
Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the weeks after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
On this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone interviews her new travel bestie, Lisette Austin, also known as Jet Set Lisette. Lisette discusses travel hacking for airline miles and hotel points, dispels myths about travel hacking, and provides tips for getting the most miles for your buck!
You can find Jet Set Lisette at https://jetsetlisette.com.
Here is the link to her Jet Set 101 Travel Hacking course: https://courses.jetsetlisette.com/p/jet-set-101/
Globetrotter Lounge Podcast: https://jetsetlisette.com/category/globetrotter-lounge-podcast/
OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE FLORENCE RELIEF
Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the weeks after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
One of the biggest barriers to travel (besides time and money) is a fear of flying. In this travel tech episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Reyna Simone discusses apps, tips, and resources to help you overcome the fear of flying.
Find me on Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
SHOW RESOURCES & REFERENCES
Apps to help overcome your fear of flying:
Turbulence Forecast App: www.turbulenceforecast.com
Flying Calmly App (on iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/flying-calmly/id1042610682?mt=8
SOAR: http://www.fearofflying.com/
In Person Resources:
Free fear of flying class if you live in Phoenix: https://fearlessflight.com/classes/cleared-for-takeoff-live/
Fear of Flying Clinic in San Francisco: https://www.fofc.com/
British Airways Flying with Confidence Course (in England): https://flyingwithconfidence.com/
OTHER RESOURCES: HURRICANE FLORENCE RELIEF
Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the weeks after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!)
https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askreynasimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Welcome to Season 2 of the Travel Quips Podcast! We’ve done a little bit of rebranding (yes, Reyna Simone and Queen Simone are the same person); we talk about the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, new TSA carry-on limits, and increased check bag fees. And Reyna answers a question about how to handle ticketing agents when your flight is overbooked or delayed.
Show Resources & References
Parts of North Carolina and South Carolina are still reeling in the days after Hurricane Florence. If you are interested in helping out those communities, here are some ways to do so:
World Central Kitchen: this is one of my favorite charities. They provide meals to those in need—and have a stellar record of helping in the aftermath of disasters (they’ve served 3.6 million meals in Puerto Rico since last year!) https://www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate
American Red Cross: The Red Cross is known for helping people and responding to disasters. https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/
How to find Reyna Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Reyna Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Reyna Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
French Disco by Felipe Adorno Vassao available at www.shockwave-sound.com.
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses two apps and a website to help make your airport experience a bit more tolerable! MiFlight can help you check airport wait times, Grab allows you to order food ahead of time so you don’t have to spend your entire layover waiting in line, and The Guide to Sleeping in Airports will tell you the best airports to catch some zzz’s.
This is the Season 1 finale of the Travel Quips Podcast!! Season 2 of the podcast will start on Thursday, September 20, 2018! There will be some cool new changes to the podcast—so mark your calendar!
Queen Simone will also do some Facebook Live episodes this summer! The first Facebook Live post will be on Thursday, July 5! Check out www.facebook.com/TravelQuips for more information.
Finally, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Queen Simone discusses the World Cup (coming to the US in 2026) and airports that are cracking down on travelers sleeping in the airport. Her tip this week is to pack your patience when it comes to summer travel. During her quip for the week, she advocates for low cost rest options in airports and finally, she answers a question about her preference between Madrid and Lisbon.
Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
He was a traveler, chef, storyteller and the guy we all wanted to have a beer with... Anthony Bourdain. This episode of the Travel Quips Podcast is a discussion of his legacy and impact.
Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode of the Travel Quips Podcast, Queen Simone chats about crazy passenger behavior, which seems to mark the beginning of the 2018 summer travel season. Her tip this week is actually a reminder about the 24-Hour Reservation Requirement. She quips about an airline passenger who got on twitter instead of getting herself to safety and answers a question about travel to New York City.
24-Hour Reservation Requirement
Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses three apps to help organize your trips: Google Trips, TripIt and TripCase.
Google Trips
TripIt
TripCase
Also, don’t forget about the Travel Quips Prize Pack Giveaway! The deadline to enter has been extended to 11:59pm on June 30th! Go to www.travelquips.com to enter.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode, Queen Simone suggests making a pre-trip checklist.
The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this mini-episode, Queen Simone suggests taking some essentials with you on board your flight.
The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this mini-episode, Queen Simone suggests a "Before You Go" Checklist.
The Travel Quips Podcast is on a vacation hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday mini-episodes until we return. Full episodes will resume on Thursday, May 31.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode, Queen Simone recaps the accident on Southwest Flight 1380, gives a tip for reducing anxiety and stress while traveling, she quips about Southwest’s compensation package to the surviving passengers of flight 1380, and answers a question about how to balance tourist activities without being a “stereotypical tourist.”
Queen Simone mentions this article on why rituals work during the podcast.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses three apps that have safety features: Travel Smart (an app created by Allianz Global), Smart Traveler (the official app of the US Department of State) and TripLingo—which is supposed to have safety features, but probably functions better as a language app.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
The public-sector employee strikes in Europe can have a major impact on spring and summer travel plans. This episode discusses the current strikes affecting air travel and the potential for European railway strikes in in the next few months. Queen Simone gives tips on how to get by when your travel plans get de-railed.
SHOW REFERENCES: Tips from Allianz Travel Insurance on trip disruptions and delays. (But make sure you check the terms of your own travel insurance policy when traveling!)
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone starts by sharing the awesome news of being featured in 2 Pods A Day, which helps expose others to independent podcasts!
The theme for this week in travel news is “don’t do stupid stuff while traveling.” She features three news stories that will make you shake your head. Her tip for the week stems from a traumatic germ-ridden experience (and after hearing her story and what researchers say, you’ll think twice about using that seat back pocket). She answers a question on how to unclog your ears after flying.
2 Pods A Day on twitter: @2PodsADay or http://www.our-americana.com/2podsaday/
Avoid the Seat Back Pockets on Planes: https://www.livescience.com/45734-airplane-germs-mrsa-ecoli.html
Tips for Unclogging Your Ears: http://amp.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/yoga-wellness/how-to-prevent-clogged-ears-and-unclog-ears-after-flight
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
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Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone reads some of her podcast reviews, discusses (more) possible TSA security changes, and briefly mentions the top 5 US airlines with the best on-time rates. She borrowed a travel tip from Meghan Markle & fumes over an American Airlines change. She answers a question about tipping hotel housekeeping staff.
Best U.S. airlines for on time flights: https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/todayinthesky/2018/03/30/list-usas-best-airlines-time-flights/472131002/
How to find Queen Simone:
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Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
It’s Travel Tech Time! In this episode, Queen Simone discusses her new favorite Instagram page & the Mobile Passport Control App (which shouldn’t be confused with the Automated Passport Control Program). For vegetarians and vegans, she discusses a website/app to help you find restaurants while traveling!
Passenger Shaming on Instagram: @passengershaming
Mobile Passport Control App: https://mobilepassport.us/
Automated Passport Control Program: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/apc
HappyCow Website: https://www.happycow.net/
HappyCow App Page: https://www.happycow.net/mobile
How to find Queen Simone:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In light of the three incidents that United Airlines had involving pets last week, this episode focuses on traveling with pets. Queen Simone discusses United’s tragic history in transporting pets, provides tips for traveling with pets & quips about the overall ridiculousness of United's failures. She also answers a question regarding whether to drive or fly with your pet.
Tips for Flying with Pets: https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-11-11/5-tips-for-flying-with-pets/amp
BarkPost Tips for Flying with Pets: https://barkpost.com/tips-traveling-plane/
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this episode, Queen Simone previews her March Madness contests, discusses basic economy airline fares, and gives a tip on how to budget for your next trip. She gives National Geographic a pat on the back for their recent admission and tries to answer a tough question about handling racism when traveling.
Numbeo Cost of Living Calculator: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone chats about two new trends to expect in travel this year: domestic airlines (finally) feeding passengers and hotels becoming environmentally conscious. Her tip this week will help you avoid touching those germ-infested television remote controls in your hotel room. Finally, she answers a question about train travel.
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone discusses some new travel gadgets on the market and the StayConnect app!
These are NOT affiliate links, just for your information!
Nightlight Charging Station: http://www.talusproducts.com/Smooth-Trip-Nightlight-Charging-Station-p/st-el64-wht.htm
Bottle Guardian: https://bottleguardian.com/
StayConnect for iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/stayconnect-mobile/id483233552?mt=8
StayConnect for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lodgenet&hl=en
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this mini-episode, Queen Simone chats about battery packs!
How to find Queen Simone:
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Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone talks about the Olympics, suggests you don’t travel hangry and quips about airlines charging families extra to sit together. She answers a question for someone who has never flown on a plane.
How to find Queen Simone:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone talks about her plans to commemorate black history month by highlighting pioneers in travel history on her social media accounts. Her travel tip is to roll your clothes to save space in your suitcase. Here’s a video showing you one way to do that. She answers a question about facing your solo travel fears.
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone explains Hidden City Ticketing and two ways to find these discounted fares: Skiplagged and the ITA Matrix.
Skiplagged: https://skiplagged.com
ITA Travel Matrix: https://matrix.itasoftware.com and how to use it https://thepointsguy.com/2016/02/using-ita-matrix-and-advanced-routing-codes/
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone chats about National Plan Your Vacation Day, smart luggage woes, and a guy who tried to wear his all of this clothes to avoid paying the overweight bag fee. In her "Leave it in 2017" series, she vents about people asking women if it’s safe to travel solo. Finally, she answers a question about her go to travel souvenir.
National Plan Your Vacation Day: https://www.projecttimeoff.com/planforvacation
IG Pic of My Weirdest Travel Souvenir: https://www.instagram.com/p/8syASaqhCN/?taken-by=travelquips
How to find Queen Simone:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Queen Simone talks about the State Department’s New Travel Advisory system and American Airlines' attempt to drag themselves out of last place in terms of customer complaints. Her tip includes packing your own medical and first-aid trip while traveling. She quips about the notion that people of color just started traveling with the birth of online travel communities and answers a question about whether to disconnect the phone traveling.
State Department Travel Advisories (includes a PDF country list and color-coded world at a glance map): https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html.html
How to find Queen Simone:
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Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustration by jorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Travel New Year! In the first full episode of 2018, Queen Simone chats about her holiday vacation, a couple of podcast changes, and goes into a little more detail about one of her travel resolutions. She encourages you to make a plan for your vacation days & answers a question about how to handle a long flight.
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music & Sound Effects
Wanna Be by Bjorn Lynne available at www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Screams of Frustrationbyjorickhoffd. Attribution License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ . Available at https://freesound.org/people/jorickhoofd/sounds/178410/#.
Cool Pop by Brion Kennedy available at SoundExpress/Getty Images
Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is on a holiday hiatus and releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018!
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018!
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-Episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume on January 10, 2018!
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
As a reminder, Queen Simone created a holiday gift guide for your last-minute holiday shopping needs! Note: This post contains affiliate links, meaning if you purchase an item from the links below, Queen Simone will get a commission. However, her picks and opinions are independent from any business incentives.
Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts
Tile Mate
The Alchemist
Eagle Creek Packing Cubes
Tech Armor 4Way 360 Degree Privacy Screen
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume January 10, 2018!
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Happy Holidays! The Travel Quips Podcast is releasing #TravelTipTuesday Mini-episodes through the holiday season! Full length episodes will resume January 10, 2018!
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
Queen Simone combines travel tech time with her 2018 Holiday Gift Guide. She answers a question on how she manages to avoid checking bags on most trips.
RESOURCES & INFO
Note: This post contains affiliate links, meaning if you purchase an item from the links below, Queen Simone will get a commission. However, her picks and opinions are independent from any business incentives.
Queen Simone’s Holiday Gift Guide
Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts
Tile Mate
The Alchemist
Eagle Creek Packing Cubes
Tech Armor 4Way 360 Degree Privacy Screen
Travel Tech Time: Rich Steves Walking Tour App
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone announces her new “Travel More, Hate Less” t-shirts. She reflects on the first 12 episodes, reads some podcast reviews, and shares her appreciation for all of your support! She discusses a Black Friday alternative, reminds you to take care of yourself during the holidays and gives advice on finding last minute, free tour options.
RESOURCES & INFO
Travel More Hate Less T-Shirts
REI’s #OptOutside Black Friday Alternative
Free/Low Cost Tour Information
www.freetours.com
Rick Steve’s Audio Tours
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone helps prepare you for the holidays and offers up some humor from the Thrillist article The 21 Unwritten Rules of Flying You’re Probably Breaking to help relieve any pre-holiday stress. She answers a question on whether you can “wear your baby” through airport security.
RESOURCES & INFO
TSA rules on babies and security.
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
The issue of sexual assault has exposed poor behavior in Hollywood. The travel industry is also facing allegations of poor behavior when it comes to this issue. In this episode, Queen Simone discusses the controversy surrounding TripAdvisor and both her quip and tip for the week is in response. She also answers a question about tipping abroad.
RESOURCES & INFO
Information for tipping practices based listed by country and general tipping etiquette.
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses the NAACPs travel advisory for black travelers flying American Airlines. Her tip includes signing up for loyalty rewards programs and her quip is secretly motivated to break her husband of a bad travel habit. She answers a question about planning a travel budget.
SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
NAACP Travel Advisory: http://amp.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2017/10/25/the_naacp_issued_a_national_travel_advisory_for_black_travels_flying_on.html
Numbeo's Cost of Living Index: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/
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How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this travel tech episode, Queen Simone the Units Plus Converter app and handy dandy Google Maps. Her tip is super simple, but practical as well!
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How to find Queen Simone:
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Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses some popular Halloween destinations, explains her germophobe ways in her tip of the week and gripes about airlines not having enough food options on flights. She answers a question about solo female travel.
SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
Halloween Destinations:
West Hollywood Carnaval: https://www.visitwesthollywood.com/halloween-carnaval/
Festival of the Dead: http://www.festivalofthedead.com/
Halloween on Halsted: https://www.northalsted.com/halloween/
Louisville Zoo Halloween Party: https://louisvillezoo.org/halloween
17th Street High Heel Drag Race: https://www.facebook.com/17thStreetHighHeelRace/
New Orleans Halloween Festivities: http://www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/seasonal/halloween.html
Solo Women in Japan: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/alyssa-ramos/10-reasons-why-japan-is-a_b_10637680.html
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How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses the California fires in Napa Valley and Sonoma County and quips about those who think about breaking laws while traveling. She also answers a question on how to prepare for babies/toddlers while traveling.
SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
What Travelers Need to Know About Napa and Sonoma Fires: http://www.latimes.com/la-tr-california-fires-whats-open-what-closed-in-sonoma-and-napacounties-20171012-htmlstory.html
Vineyards May Have Helped Slow the Spread of Fires: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-vineyards-firebreak-20171012-story.html
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Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone asks you to consider helping those who were devastated by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. She discusses some travel trends to expect in the fall, gives a tip for those who hate airline turbulence, and answers a question regarding the pros and cons of staying at a hostel versus hotel.
SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
Help for Puerto Rico: Chef Jose Andres is the founder of World Central Kitchen. He is leading the #chefsforpuertorico effort—they are on the ground and doing amazing things! They have fed thousands already and are ramping up to prepare 50,000 meals DAILY for those in need! Check out their IG page @wckitchen & @joseandres to see their work. To donate you can go to www.worldcentralkitchen.org/donate.
Millenial Airline: https://www.cnbc.com/2017/09/25/air-frances-tries-fares-under-50-to-lure-more-millennials-aboard.html and http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/news/joon-millennial-airline-launches-destinations-flights/
TSA to Expand Electonics Screenings: https://www.afar.com/magazine/what-to-expect-in-the-air-this-fall
Delta Airlines to Offer Free Text Messaging In-Flight: http://www.travelandleisure.com/airlines-airports/delta/delta-free-in-flight-text-messaging?xid=NL_JustIn092717&utm_medium=email&utm_source=travelandleisure.com&utm_campaign=just-in&utm_content=2017092718PM
Tip for Those Who Hate Turbulence: http://www.businessinsider.com/avoid-first-flight-hate-turbulence-technology-aviation-weather-meteorology-2017-9
Staying at Hostels from Queen Simone’s Blog:
http://travelquips.com/hostel-philosophies-and-articles/
http://travelquips.com/hosteling-expectations/
http://travelquips.com/should-i-hostel/
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
How to find Queen Simone:
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses two travel apps designed to make your travel more cost efficient: Gas Buddy and Hopper. Her tip of the week deals with cell phones and travel. She vents about people crowding the gate at the airport and gives travel advice to someone who wants to look fabulous while traveling.
SHOW RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
Gas Buddy: https://gasbuddy.com
Hopper: https://www.hopper.com
Cell Phone Border checks: https://news.vice.com/story/how-to-secure-your-phone-when-crossing-the-border
Tips for Securing Your Data at the Border: https://www.theverge.com/2017/2/15/14629022/border-search-customs-data-privacy-encryption
Border Phone Check Statistics: http://www.businessinsider.com/can-us-border-agents-search-your-phone-at-the-airport-2017-2
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
You can find Queen Simone on
Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TravelQuips
Podcast Music
Title: Wanna Be
Composer: Bjorn Lynne
Publisher: Lynne Publishing
Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses Hurricane Irma and traveling during hurricane season.
RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:
Hurricane Irma stats: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/09/11/hurricane-irma-numbers-records-storm-has-blown-away/
State Department Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/emergencies/natural-disasters/HurricaneSeason.html
Primer on Travel Insurance During Hurricanes: http://www.travelpulse.com/news/features/how-does-travel-insurance-work-during-a-hurricane.html
Another Primer on Travel Insurance: http://www.frommers.com/tips/airfare/hurricane-travel-tips-what-you-need-to-know-about-travel-insurance-hotel-guarantees--more
Insurance comparison sites: www.insuremytrip.com & www.squaremouth.com
Stupid hurricane behavior: https://qz.com/1073757/hurricane-irma-vs-florida-man-tales-of-heroism-and-stupidity/ & https://www.yahoo.com/amphtml/news/florida-gun-owners-encouraged-apos-213111921.html
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
You can find Queen Simone on Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelquips
Podcast music: Title: Wanna Be; Composer: Bjorn Lynne Publisher: Lynne Publishing; Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In this episode, Queen Simone discusses a bold move by the Pittsburgh International Airport—possibly embarking on nationwide changes to airport access. Her tip of the Week helps make airport travel easier. She gives advice on what to do when traveling with someone you don’t get along with…
Pittsburgh Airport Changes: http://www.foxnews.com/travel/2017/09/06/flight-attendants-blast-pittsburgh-airport-s-new-tsa-rules-it-s-bad-idea.html
TSA PreCheck Information: https://www.tsa.gov/precheck
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer? You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your first name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
You can find Queen Simone on Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Her Blog: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelquips
Podcast music: Title: Wanna Be; Composer: Bjorn Lynne Publisher: Lynne Publishing; Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974
In the first episode, Queen Simone shares a little bit about herself and the inspiration behind this podcast. Queen Simone discusses the most expensive travel days of 2017, shares one of her most prized travel tips, and answers a question about handling an unexpected girls trip invitee.
Do you have a travel related question that you would like Queen Simone to answer?
You can leave a voicemail here—Queen Simone may play it on the podcast! Just make sure the message is 90 seconds or less and don’t forget to say your name and where you are from. Or you can email your travel questions to askqueensimone@gmail.com.
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You can find Queen Simone on Instagram & Twitter: @travelquips
Website: www.travelquips.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/travelquips
Podcast music: Title: Wanna Be Composer: Bjorn Lynne (PRS) Publisher: Lynne Publishing Available at: www.neosounds.com/songs/15974